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Sunday, August 05, 2007

Jack White will rock you as he upholsters; plus scads of White Stripes b-sides

Thanks to a fantastic UK pal who shall remain nameless, my Sunday of struggling with re-tiling my shower (seriously and hint: don't try it) has been significantly brightened. Behold a bonanza of White Stripes b-sides AND three songs from Jack White's stint in The Upholsterers (a circa 2000 project with Brian Muldoon).

I find the White Stripes fascinating and brutal and talented, with their minimalistic rawness and fierce bluesy rock always hitting the spot. As an aspiring female drummer myself, I like Meg's work, as simple as it is. I remember reading someone's celebrity playlist on iTunes a good two years ago and whoever it was said of the White Stripes single "Blue Orchid" that it made their balls tingle (sorry Mom). Although I have no firsthand experience with that particular sensation, I'll agree that it sounds pretty apt for most of these songs as well. Get ready for . . . a sea of red and black.

I remember once reading a quote from Dylan when he said something about how Hendrix basically owns "All Along the Watchtower", and captured the song better than he ever did, even as the writer. I can totally see him saying the same about this.

I first saw them live in 2001 and they just blew my mind. I took my Dad to see them at the end of July and he loved them. I think he loved Meg more, but such were our seats. Anyway, I snagged the .zip file and wanted to say thanks!

Due to the international dateline and stuff I only just read this post. And, literally as I scrolled past the Shelter of Your Arms track I was listening to The Greenhornes version, which, I'm a trifle ashamed to say, I've only just discovered. And now, through the power of the internet, and of course, this dear little website, I get to hear a comparative version! Back-to-back! Hurrah!

And then I learn, through your informed readers comments, they're related to The Raconteurs. And while always a Brendon Benson fan, the other members, I've neglected. But now, I have reason to seek out more.

About the only thing that could make life more complete might be a little monkey to pour me another glass of wine, but you know, mmmm.Fruity.

Hi, I came across your site looking for white stripes b-sides and I'm too little too late it seems. Now sadly, I'm hooked as it seems we listen to a lot of similar music. Especially enjoyed your reviews of the Wilco and Ryan Adams concerts, downloaded that early counting crows show, and always enjoy reading anyone's impression of Elvis. So... Thanks!

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